Horace
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Picture Book · Ages 3–8 · 1991 · Est. 6 min read-aloud

Horace

Written and illustrated by Holly Keller

A spotted child seeks his roots among a striped family.

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32 pages· 679 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud· ~480L
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Bookroo's summary

Horace, a spotted child adopted by a loving striped family, feels a deep yearning to uncover his origins. As he embarks on a journey to find his roots, Horace must navigate the complexities of identity and belonging. Will he discover that family is defined by love rather than appearance? This heartwarming tale explores the sensitive topic of adoption with insight and warmth, inviting readers to ponder what truly makes a family.

From the publisher

Horace is adopted. He is also spotted, and he is loved and cared for by his new mother and father–who are striped. But…Horace feels the need to search out his roots…Keller deals with a sensitive subject in a way that is perceptive but not sentimental.–Publishers Weekly. A first choice for those families seeking a low-key, reassuring book about adoption–and one that is fun to share as well.–Horn Book.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
679
Reading age
3–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~480L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.2
F&P level
~M
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
106256
Publication
Published
April 26, 1991
Publisher
Greenwillow Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780688098315
LCCN
90030750
OCLC
21339156

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